FiNNBAR

A creative and interesting culinary experience. Great atmosphere with artwork supplied by a local not profit that the restaurant helps fund. We came on a Saturday night and ordered quite a few dishes. The standout for me were the scallops; they were phenomenal and very tasty. Everything else was good but not great. The dishes all sound and look creative, but I’m not sure they all work as far as taste factor. Aside from the scallops, nothing had me craving for more. The cocktails were good, wine and beer list ok. It would also be nice to see some steak on the menu. The service was prompt, but server was rushed and indifferent. We told her it was our first time there and instead of recommending anything or going over some of the menu, she just said, “okay.” Odd lol. The menu changes frequently, and I would definitely give Finnbar another try for the atmosphere and ambitious menu. But for the price point and taste of food, it was a good but not great experience.

This was my second time here and this time I brought my wife and another couple for drinks and dinner. We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed both our meal and the vibe here. When we arrived the bar only had 2 open seats, but we had reservations, so we grabbed drinks while waiting for our friends to arrive and the place slowly filled as our night progressed. Our table agreed that the food was great, the service was also good, and all of our cocktails were mixed well. The standout dish for me was the catfish entree. Perfectly crisp on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside and not overly oily like fried fish can often be. The protein was enhanced with a wonderful accoutrement of roasted potatoes, corn and a tasty sauce and garnished with cilantro for a fresh pop of flavor in every other bite. Both of the women in our party had the meatballs which they said were also flavorful and well executed. I look forward to our next visit as the menu is always changing and offers something for everyone.

🌟 FiNNBAR – Frenchtown, NJ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4/5) Tucked into the charm of Frenchtown, FiNNBAR delivered a quietly satisfying evening. We began with a grilled purée eggplant appetizer served alongside warm, garlicky focaccia — smoky, smooth, and surprisingly comforting. I was all in from the first bite. My boyfriend, skeptical at first, gave it a cautious try... then nodded with a quiet “okay, yeah, that’s good.” I definitely enjoyed it more than he did, but it was a win. For the main course: 🍗 He went with the roasted chicken leg and corn. It was fine — not bad, not thrilling. 🦐 I chose the scallops, which came nestled beside a carrot purée and dragon tongue beans — those gorgeous, streaked legumes that look like they were painted by hand. The dish was delicate, subtly sweet, and well-balanced. I’d order it again. We ordered our drinks and waited a few minutes, but oddly enough, our appetizers arrived first — delivered by a different server. When our original waiter finally returned, it was with just one iced tea… and unfortunately, it came with a fly floating in it. We were sitting outside, though, and the night was beautiful — warm, breezy, and peaceful enough to soften the bumps. Still, we left a little hungry, and for the price we paid, that was the one thing that didn’t sit right. ✨ One thing that truly stood out: FiNNBAR supports Studio Route 29, a progressive art studio in Frenchtown that centers the creative practices and perspectives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The majority of FiNNBAR’s profits go directly to this incredible initiative — and that alone makes dining here feel like something more than just a meal. I’m definitely planning to return. I’d love to explore more of the menu and hopefully see a bit more visual flair in the presentation next time. While I did leave a little hungry and felt the pricing was a bit steep for what I received, I understand and respect the concept behind it. Knowing that FiNNBAR supports the local art community and channels its proceeds toward a beautiful cause makes the experience feel meaningful.

Our first time eating here was great! Eggs, gazpacho, and Falafel sandwich were amazing. My only gripe was two eggs would have been nice considering the price. Wine and service were excellent. We'll definitely be back!

HIGHLY ACCLAIMED Restaurant. I didn’t know food could taste this good. Menu changes daily. We had roasted spicy peanuts with Nori (excellent healthy) focaccia with olive oil (perfect tenderness and delicious) Ravioli with mushroom sauce with wilted watercress and other greens (fresh tasty creative) Pasta with Pesto (WOW) and Cote du Rhône red wine (I need to order a CASE!) . I apologize for not remembering exactly all the dishes names as I didn’t grab image of food menu before, but the Chocolate Mousse was highly rated and delectable (I’m a Chocolate Mousse fan…divine)

Arrived with some friends for an early dinner (4:45pm) on Saturday. Bar area seemed like there were a few guests already but we opted to sit outside so they set up some tables for us. The staff was very friendly and all of our food came out in a timely manner. The place seemed clean and had a vintage vibe. The menu is very limited and it changes everyday. For as bougie as it seems the prices are competitive. I started off with a martini and unfortunately noticed right away that there was a hair in it. Our waiter was quick to get a new one but made a joke in passing suggesting it was my own hair. My hair was actually tied back, and it's long where as the one in my drink was short. Either way a little off-putting. Also ordered a red rush, which is like a Manhattan. I found both drinks to be quite boozy and not that sweet which was pleasant. For apps we got 2 kinds of focaccia. One with ceviche and another with hummus. The ceviche was drowning in oil which isn't very typical but at least the fish was fresh and tasty. The hummus I found to be a good blend of flavors with the soft focaccia. For my entree I ordered the meatballs and mashed potatoes. It comes with a side of broccolini. The meatballs had great flavor and texture and the mash potatoes was creamy. The broccolini was a bit overcooked (mushy) but it tasted good. Overall I found this entree to be comforting. I think the desserts were the best. Their homemade whipped cream was excellent on top of the multiple desserts. I especially loved the bittersweet chocolate mousse.

Our meal at Finnbar was more than we expected in the best way possible! The food was absolutely delicious — every dish was full of flavor and beautifully presented. James, our waiter, was outstanding, he took the time to answer our questions and made great recommendations. I think I found my new favorite place and can’t wait to come back!

Great drinks and appetizers but the pork schnitzel was super chewy, served with very salty arugula and 3 little halves of potatoes, for $36. The price would make sense if it was served with more potatoes and the meat better cooked.

What a lovely gem in the heart of picturesque Frenchtown. The restaurant is set in a very old yet beautifully renovated historic building that sits just before the bridge to PA and close to the banks of the Delaware River. The interior is rustic with exposed brick. Very 1700s! The cool thing about this place is that the menu is updated on a daily basis to take advantage of and highlight locally sourced products and produce. There may be some favorites that leave and some that come back but I imagine there is sure to be a new favorite that's bound to pop up. We were a group of 4 and so, we all shared the Scarlett Frills salad with smoked NJ Bluefish and the focaccia with muhammara dip. Both were excellent. I had the duck leg confit with rutabaga potato mash, spinach and chili-cabbage salsa and oh-em-ghee! That was the most tender, fall off the bone, flavorful duck I've ever had! The chili-cabbage salsa was the perfect match and the acidity and crunch cut through the fatty deliciousness of the duck. Rutabaga is a favorite of mine and restaurants hardly ever offer it and so this was an absolute home run for me! I chose the pear cranberry cake. I ordered it because I'm obsessed with anything pear and in hindsight, it was the wrong choice to order something in cake form. A tart with and wonderful crust would have been a better format. My friends ordered the pot de crème and they almost licked their bowls, it was that good. The service was excellent. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive but not too attentive. All of our plates arrived at the same time from multiple waiters. We stayed to chat well beyond the end of our meal and not once did we feel rushed or hurried to get out. I cannot wait to come back.

This was an interesting experience. My OG chums and I stopped by here impulsively last night for an early dinner. All of us grew up in this area (I was making a humble cameo return) and were thus enormously pleased that the meh weather prevented a lot of the tourists from jamming up the sidewalks on a Saturday afternoon. That extended to the restaurant; it looked like the bar area to the right of the entrance was hopping a bit, but the dining sections to the left were empty or close to it. After jokingly mentioning that we were natives of the Kingdom of Hunterdon, the hostess good-naturedly seated us at the "locals booth," in the corner of the backroom. Only the best for this crew. Given how bougie this daily menu is, I was pretty impressed at the competitive price points; if I'm uncertain what 40% of the ingredients in my dish are, I'm expecting to pay probably twice what I actually did. In true hipster fashion, the menu had a stamp at the top (akin to a ye olde library card) with the day's date, if you needed explicit confirmation that this menu changes every day. It's a limited menu for sure, but that made it easier to narrow down the choices. Very The Bear, if you've recently watched that (disclaimer - it takes a bit of a step back in Season 3). I ordered a Red Hook ($14), which was basically a Manhattan. Pretty tasty - definitely a boozier cocktail but I thought the vermouth they used, coupled with the cherry, gave it kind of a subtle cola vibe. I personally have to be in a very specific mood for this kind of drink but I'd theoretically get it again. We split the fried squash with mint raita, which was the high point for me. I thought it was delicious, and the flavor profile was pretty much perfect. The mint gave it a nice subtle nip without being overwhelming, and the squash was lightly fried and not remotely heavy. A delight. We ended up almost strategically ordering different entrees and thus ended up testing out 75% of that section of the menu. My heart was with the meatballs but I figured you could get meatballs pretty much anywhere, and went with a very edgy pasta dish, Torchio Pasta alla Palina. It was good but in hindsight I should have gone with my heart - it was just not my jam, palate-wise. I'm primarily a texture-based eater so the crunchier aspects were not the selling points I'm sure they are for others. And I'm sure this is a very specific, intentional decision based on the type of pasta dish, but it seemed a touch dry, like it needed some kind of sauce to moisten the pasta overall. It WAS a little better in that regard when I stirred in the wetter bottom more. A unique taste for sure, and I do want to make it clear this was a decent dish but just a better fit for someone else. The service was interesting. We ended up getting assigned the general manager as our primary waiter (one or two others made quick cameo appearances as well). When the GM initially came to our table, he seemed almost startled, like he'd recognized one of us but didn't want to bring that up, or wasn't sure where he knew the person. All of us picked up on it. And that skittery demeanor pervaded the meal; it was almost like having a cat for a waiter, who looked like they might bolt out the room at the first sign of a bird in the window. I really don't know how else to describe it, but he was PERFECTLY nice to us and turnaround times and communication were very solid. Maybe something else was going on behind the scenes or we should have picked up on something, but it certainly made the meal more memorable. Overall, this was very pleasant. Most places in Frenchtown and the surrounding river towns are either very obviously catering to the out-of-towners or are going hardcore local but this is a rare one that I think does navigate the two worlds pretty deftly.

You will not find a cuter place to have cocktails and a snack in all of Frenchtown! What is your pleasure? A cocktail? Wine? Craft beer? They have it all from the exotic to the local, simply pick your passion. We started with the marinated olives, then added the focaccia with goat cheese. Oh, it was so good!!! My man and I each had a beer, Tonewood, a local favorite from Oaklyn, NJ. The service was great, friendly, and fast. The atmosphere was extraordinary I can't say it enough.... What a cute place. If you are in Frenchtown and looking for a break, stop in sit down, enjoy. Cheers.

Really good experience. Food options are interesting and very much on the vegetarian side. Don't let that scare you - just be prepared to have an open mind and enjoy. Came on a Friday night and service was good and slow paced. It's not cheap but it's worth it for level of cuisine. My duck leg with rutabaga Grattan was really good although a bit salty. Nice interesting wine list. I'd come back here any time and recommend it unless you prefer corporate chains - then you will hate this place.

We really liked this restaurant. We had a snack, salad, entrees, and a desert. The flavors were unique and delicious. This is a great place if you want to eat dishes that have different combinations of flavors. We noticed the Thursday menu was very similar to the Friday menu so it's hard to tell how much it changes but we will be back go find out.

Delicious food, nice atmosphere/lovely interior, good service. Bar area could get loud if crowded so might consider asking for a table in another section of the restaurant if you don't like a livelier atmosphere

Great place! They've kept key parts of the Frenchtown Inn building but with a whole new twist and vibe.

Food,,service and ambience: over the top fantastic!!! Highly recommend!! Fantastic vibe , staff is wonderful, food is fresh and delicious ( something for everyone).

Took family from out of town, and was embarrassed that I took them there. We walked in, and the place is rustic and lovely. The atmosphere was perfect. We were excited that we were going to have a memorable experience. Memorable it was. Limited menu selection. No salt and pepper on table. Asked for cranberry juice. The answer was no. A diabetic asked for unsweetened ice tea with sweet and low. Again no. Their version of the Caesar salad was bitter. The focaccia with dipping oil was delicious. The meals were odd tasting and mushy. Really not edible. Said we were done with most of the food still on the plates. Noticed other tables not eating their entrees. A very very disappointing experience. I strongly do not recommend.

Went here one Saturday night this spring with friends. Everything we had was delicious and well prepared, but there was one glaring problem: it was all salads, pastas, and starches. There was no protein on the menu! Might have been getting up to speed for newly opened place! Fair enough. To move on, here's my recommendation: OFFER A BURGER!! The nature of Frenchtown is that it's become a destination, and a transient tourist population wants a burger in addition to your more high end offerings (which, by the way, you do well!). It's hard to make a go of it in this business, so a little Marketing 101: make what people want to buy, don't sell what YOU want to make. If you have a high end ethic to show off your culinary artistry, MAKE A GOURMET BURGER!

The service is beyond slow here. It could be slammed packed or dead empty and it will take 20 minutes for a drink along with bad attitudes from waitresses. Food is good and doesn't take forever which is the only plus. I want to like it here but I just cannot stand slow service. Pittstown Inn is the move!

Nice place, decent food. Only complain is the small portions and the beer list is usually lack luster. I dig the menu changing daily but can't see how it is sustainable, already notice certain items lasting a week or two. Also wish they had new school cocktails in addition to old school. Classics are great but innovation is a little better